Introduction
Your Briggs & Stratton Power Management System is supplied with this combined “Installation and Operator’s Manual”. This is an important document and should be retained by the owner after the installation has been completed.
Every effort has been expended to make sure that the information in this manual is both accurate and current. However, the manufacturer reserves the right to change, alter or otherwise improve the system at any time without prior notice.
For the Home Owner
To help you make informed choices and communicate effectively with your installation contractor(s),
Read and understand the Owner Orientation Section of this manual before contracting or starting your power management system installation.
To arrange for proper installation, contact the store at which you purchased your power management system, your dealer, or your utility power provider.
The power management system warranty is VOID
unless the system is installed by a licensed electrical professional.
Owner Orientation
The illustrations provided are for typical circumstances and are meant to familiarize you with the installation options available with your power management system.
Local codes, appearance, and distances are the factors that must be considered when negotiating with an installation professional. As the distance from the existing electrical service increases, compensation in wiring materials must be allowed for. This is necessary to comply with local codes and overcome electrical voltage drops.
The factors mentioned above will have a direct effect on the overall price of your power management system installation.
NOTE: Your installer must check local codes AND obtain permits before installing the system.
•Read and follow the instructions given in this manual.
•Follow a regular schedule in caring for and using your power management system, as specified in this manual.
Installer Responsibilities
•Read and observe the safety rules.
•Read and follow the instructions given in this manual.
•Check federal, state and local codes.
•Consult with owner to determine loads to be controlled and their priorities.
NOTE: A worksheet for determining which loads are to be transferred and their priorities is provided on page 11.
•The installer may need to provide appropriate rated contactors based on loads to be controlled.
Equipment Description
The power management system is designed to control
six priority loads and up to two air conditioner loads that are being supplied by power from the home standby system. This power management system goes into a STANDBY mode and does not control any loads when utility power is present.
The power management system consists of a relay board with 6 relays to control loads rated up to 120 VAC, 20 Amps, 1 hp, and a control module that has 2 relays for central air conditioner loads. The circuit boards are housed in a NEMA 3R enclosure that is suitable for both indoor and outdoor installations.
Two (2) current transformers monitor generator current at the transfer switch to ensure that the loading of the generator does not exceed 85 percent. Should load exceed 85 percent, the power management system will shed loads to keep the generator from overloading. The power management system will add load back once sufficient current is available.
The control module has a green LED for each relay to indicate when the relays are supplying power to the loads when on generator power. There is also a status LED that flashes when the power management system is functioning properly.
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